New York §708

Action by the board

Statute:
New York §708 · Law NPC (Not-for-Profit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Meetings & Voting · Board action
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

Board may act by majority vote at a meeting with a quorum, or by unanimous written consent. Bylaws may permit conference call participation.

action; board; vote; majority; written consent; conference call

📄 Read the official text at nysenate.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does New York §708 require?
Board may act by majority vote at a meeting with a quorum, or by unanimous written consent. Bylaws may permit conference call participation.
Who does New York §708 apply to?
New York §708 applies to Nonprofit associations in New York.
What happens if our co-op or condo doesn't comply with §708?
Non-compliance with this New York statute can expose the association and its officers to private civil suit, and (for offering-plan / sponsor matters under GBS) to enforcement action by the New York Attorney General's Real Estate Finance Bureau. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of New York §708?
The official text is published by the New York State Legislature at nysenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Action by the board?
SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of New York §708 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New York-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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